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Indian Para Shooter Mona Agarwal Captures Second Gold with World Record
Para archer Mona Agarwal has set a new world record to win gold in the women's 50-metre rifle three positions SH1 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. The achievement marks the Indian marksman's second gold medal of the championships.
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India's Mona Agarwal delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Para Games 2026, claiming her second gold medal by shattering the world record in the women's 50-metre rifle three positions SH1 category.
The para shooter's record-breaking performance underscores India's growing dominance in para sports and reinforces Agarwal's status among the world's elite para athletes in shooting disciplines. Her achievement in the SH1 classification—which comprises competitors with impaired arm function—demonstrates exceptional technical precision and consistency across the three shooting positions.
Agarwal's dual gold-medal haul at the ongoing Asian Para Games reflects months of dedicated training and preparation. The Indian contingent has shown considerable strength in para shooting events, with competitors across various classifications competing at the highest levels of international competition.
The para shooter's world record performance is expected to elevate India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games 2026 and further boost the country's representation in Paralympic shooting ahead of future international competitions.